About The Southern Lights
Welcome to The Southern Lights, Mississippi’s newest winter tradition. This immersive holiday festival transforms Trustmark Park into a world of twinkling lights, glowing tunnels, festive food, cozy fire pits, s’mores stations, train rides, real ice skating, and holiday magic around every corner. Built for joy, community, and togetherness, The Southern Lights is where families, friends, and visitors make memories that shine as bright as the lights themselves.
Location & Hours
Address:
Trustmark Park
1 Monsters Alley
Pearl, MS 39208
Season Dates:
November 21, 2025 through January 4, 2026
Closed Monday 11/24 and Monday 12/1
Hours of Operation:
Sun–Thurs: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Fri–Sat: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Your nightly ticket is valid any time that evening.
Parking: Free
Cashless Venue: Yes
Clear Bag Policy: Not required
Tickets & Pricing
Purchase tickets at thesouthernlightsms.com
- Advanced General Admission: $15
- Day-Of General Admission: $18
- Ice Skating: $7
- Train Rides: $3
- All-Inclusive Ticket: $21.50
Includes admission, skating, and train rides
Children 3 and under do not need a ticket.
Tickets must be used on the date selected.
Event Information
- Pets are welcome. Please keep them leashed, follow all local laws, and clean up after them.
- Trails are wheelchair accessible on concrete and level dirt.
- Concessions are open throughout the park, including s’mores stations.
- Train rides run throughout the night.
- Ice skating is real ice. Skate at your own risk.
- This event is rain or shine. Lights look incredible in the mist.
- No clear bag requirement. Just show up ready to have fun.
What You’ll See
Your route through The Southern Lights includes:
The Northern Lights entrance, moving light tunnels, Ornament Lane, Santa Land, Candy Cane Forest, the Trail of Gifts, the South Pole, Under the Sea glowing tunnel, the giant field tree and light show, Gingerbread Land, selfie stations, the Farm Bureau Grill, Surfside VIP Fire Pits and shared fire pits, the Team Store, and a few surprises tucked along the way.
The ballpark has been completely transformed into something festive, wild, and unforgettable.
Support / Contact
Email: info@thesouthernlightsms.com
Phone / General Inquiries: (601) 664-7600 (via Mississippi Mud Monsters)
Website: thesouthernlightsms.com